Bwipo LoL Worlds 2025 Music Video Showcases
Riot Games has postponed the release of the League of Legends Worlds 2025 music video after deciding to remove FlyQuest’s top laner, Gabriël “Bwipo” Rau, from the project. The decision followed public backlash over remarks he made during a livestream, prompting the company to revise the video before its debut.
The delay shifts the release date by a few days as the production team finalizes edits to exclude the player’s appearance. Riot confirmed the change through its official esports channels, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining professional standards across its events and media.
Bwipo removed from the LoL Worlds 2025 music video
Riot Games postponed the release of the League of Legends Worlds 2025 music video after deciding to remove professional player Gabriël “Bwipo” Rau. The update followed his suspension for sexist remarks made during a live broadcast. Bwipo later issued an apology, calling his statements ignorant and disrespectful.
The production team needed additional time to edit his scenes, pushing the video’s release to October 13, 2025. FlyQuest, his organization, confirmed that his prize money from recent events was redirected to initiatives supporting women in gaming.
| Change | Reason | New Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Removal of Bwipo from MV | Controversial comments | October 13, 2025 |
Absence of North American representation
Bwipo’s removal created a gap in regional representation since he was the sole player symbolizing the North American region. Riot Games explained that this edit was not part of a disciplinary measure but a creative decision about how the esport should be represented globally.
The absence of the NA region led to criticism from fans who expressed frustration online. Some argued that Riot could have replaced Bwipo with another player from his team instead of eliminating the region entirely. Others questioned the consistency of Riot’s ethical standards given its partnerships and event locations.
The company emphasized that the video also serves as a 15th-anniversary tribute to the game, aiming to reflect the community’s values and diversity.
And the others?
Attention soon shifted toward Cui “Shanks” Xiao-Jun, a member of Anyone’s Legend, after his behavior during a live online discussion drew criticism. The organization reviewed the situation and concluded that he breached its anti-discrimination and communication standards.
To address the violation, the team issued an official warning and withheld nearly three months of bonus pay. Management reiterated that every player must uphold professional conduct both in and out of competition, emphasizing respectful communication and the avoidance of public conflicts.
| Disciplinary Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Salary Adjustment | Loss of approximately three months of bonuses |
| Official Warning | Formal notice placed on record |
| Policy Basis | Anti-discrimination and communication guidelines |
Following Riot Games’ announcement about the Worlds 2025 music video delay, fans questioned whether Shanks would still appear in the final version. As of now, Riot has not confirmed his inclusion or removal, leaving the matter unresolved.
